photo: ČD/Radim Ječný
The Czech freight rail sector has a new leader. From 1 February, ČD Cargo will be headed by Radim Ječný, who assumes the role of Chairman of the Board at a time of mounting pressure on European rail freight markets, marked by falling volumes and growing competition from road transport.
Radim Ječný has been appointed to lead the largest freight rail operator in the Czech Republic. The new chairman faces the demanding task of stabilising the company and continuing its transformation under conditions that are currently reshaping rail freight transport across Europe. The Board of Directors of Czech Railways, acting as the General Meeting of its subsidiary ČD Cargo, approved Ječný’s appointment today. He will officially take up his position on 1 February 2026.
Radim Ječný Appointed Chairman of ČD Cargo
The new leadership is expected to play a crucial role in safeguarding stability while identifying opportunities for future growth. "Freight transport across Europe is going through a difficult period, facing declining transport volumes, rising costs, and strong competition from road haulage. The task of the new Chairman of the Board will be to strengthen ČD Cargo’s position, continue its modernisation, and adapt the company to current market trends. Thanks to his long-standing experience in freight transport, Radim Ječný has our full confidence," said Michal Krapinec, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Czech Railways.
ČD Cargo has been without a chairman since last November, following the resignation of Tomáš Tóth for personal reasons.
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Radim Ječný: A Specialist in Rail Freight and Logistics
Born in 1976, Radim Ječný is a recognised specialist in rail freight transport and logistics. He graduated from the University of Economics in Prague and has long focused on the development of efficient transport solutions and modern freight trends. Over the course of his career, he has held senior management positions in companies active in freight forwarding and intermodal transport.
Since 2010, Ječný has led SBS Cargo Praha, and he is also the author of numerous expert articles dedicated to rail freight transport.
ČD Cargo is the largest Czech freight rail operator and the biggest subsidiary of Czech Railways. The company provides transport for a wide range of commodities on domestic and international markets and ranks among the key players in European rail logistics.